- The five-foot rule: Get a diet coach, which can be a friend or family member, to help you stay away from forbidden foods at a party. Tell yourself to keep five feet away from sweet temptations and ask a friend to signal you (by holding up five fingers) when you move in too closely.
- Mentally prepare: Before you get to a party, visualize all the foods and create a mental plan to divide your 12-inch plate into three-inched size circles with each one representing one food group: proteins, vegetables and starches. The key is to stay within the circle for each food group. If you like turkey and ham, fit a little of both in one circle.
- Drink plenty of water: Before you get to the party and at the party.
- Don’t skip meals: Skipping breakfast and lunch will likely lead to overeating in the evenings.
- Take fewer bites of treats you enjoy: Don’t eliminate your favorite treats completely, but only take a few bites of your favorites.
- Practice portion control: Think kid-sized portions
- Keep your mouth busy: The more you talk, the less you’ll eat.
- Take breath mints or chewing gum: The fresher your mouth, the better your chances of staying away from chips, chocolates and garlic dip.
- Exercise to relieve stress and burn off holiday treats: Even a quick 10 minute workout will burn calories and lift your spirits. Push ups, crunches, lunges and squats are quick and easy and require no equipment or a trip to the gym. Drop down and give me 10 each!!!! A short brisk walk, bicycle ride or similar activity with family or friends can help eliminate holiday stress.
- Stay on track and stay motivated: Having a friend, family member or personal trainer can often provide the motivation and accountability to ward off post holiday scale shock.
A healthy lifestyle is a gift that keeps on giving for years. Enjoy a healthy, happy and prosperous new year.
Live Long And Prosper
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